Characteristics of controls and patients with haemochromatosis
| Patient data | Control | Haemochromatosis |
|---|---|---|
| Age (y) | 33 (7) | 39 (12) |
| Sex (M:F) | 11:8 | 30:10 |
| Serum ferritin (ng/ml) | 95 (82) | 1104 (750) |
| HIC (mmol/g dry weight) | NA | 243 (149) |
| Abnormal LFT (%) | 0 | 33 |
Results are presented as mean (SD). Normal range for HIC is <40 μmol/g dry weight and for serum ferritin is <250 ng/ml.
HIC, hepatic iron concentration; LFT, liver function tests; NA, not assessed.